We are a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
We provide services in Limerick, North Tipperary, and Dublin.
Our mission at Avista is to work together with the people we support to live their best lives through the delivery of quality services while promoting their roles as active citizens in an inclusive society.
Description
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities.
We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary.
Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research.
Job Advertisement
Applications are invited for the following position:
Care Assistant
Location:
Kilbride, Children's Residential Services, Co.
Meath
Employment:
Permanent full-time (39 hours per week) / Relief contract
Salary:
Subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.
REF: *****
Minimum of Fully Completed FETAC/QQI Level 5 in Healthcare qualification or higher equivalent
Full clean manual Irish driving licence
Proficiency in the English language
Experience working within the area of intellectual disability and working with people who have a diagnosis of Autism and Behaviours of Concern
Desire to support people to live their best lives and commitment to promoting the active engagement and participation of Service Users in their local communities
Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning
Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework
Why work with us?
Supportive and innovative working environment
Generous annual leave entitlement
Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme
Like to work Scheme
Tax Saver Travel Scheme
Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days
Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
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